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There appears to be some interesting debate about this one's origin. Personally, I agree with the one who says cotton adheres to anything and everything in the wash, so if even cotton isn't adhereing------ Here's an interesting discussion for you to review: http://www.phrases.org.uk/bulletin_board/50/messages/949.html

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